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The ‘War on Cars’ Is Worth Fighting — And Here’s What Life Might Look Like When We Win
A first book from the prolific podcast hosts offers a solid foundation for would-be advocates against automobility — and some new ammunition for veterans.
October 21, 2025
Monday’s Headlines: Uncharted Territory Edition
"No Kings" means hands off our busway. Plus the news.
October 20, 2025
More Tantrums: City Halts 34th Street Busway After Threat from Trump DOT
The feds threatened to cut city and state funding if New York doesn't halt all work on the 34th Street busway so the FHWA can review the project.
October 17, 2025
Friday’s Headlines: Refining Outdoor Dining Edition
Brooklyn Council Member Lincoln Restler has a bill to bring back year-round outdoor dining. Plus more news.
October 10, 2025
Mamdani Vows To Defy DOT Insiders, Political Bosses To Pursue His Streets Agenda
Mamdani pledged stand up to bureaucrats and political power players who oppose his plans to make streets safer and buses faster.
October 9, 2025
Thursday’s Headlines: Mayor on a Bus Edition
Lots of reporters rode the bus with the future mayor. Plus other news.
October 9, 2025
Brooklyn Still Choked by Placard Elite Leaving Their Cars Everywhere With No Consequences
Drivers park illegally — often with city-issued placards — and virtually none ever gets ticketed by cops.
October 7, 2025
Likely Mayor Mamdani Supports Daylighting as DOT Digs In Heels
The next mayor will have to overcome a deeply entrenched bureaucracy opposed to the common-sense policy.
October 6, 2025
‘Bean-Counting Street Safety’: Advocates Blast Gale Brewer’s Daylighting Flip-Flop
The Upper West Side pol's inconsistent safety record is getting a second look from activists who once supported her.
October 2, 2025
Trump Culture War Tantrum Turns to Gateway Tunnel and Second Ave. Subway
It's the second time the Trump administration has denied New York transit funding in as many days.
October 1, 2025